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I don't want to make her [Maggie] a target again," I said…

“I don't want to make her [Maggie] a target again," I said. Michael sighed patiently. "Harry," he said, as if speaking to a rather slow child,"I'm not sure if you noticed this. But things did not turn out well for the last monster who raised his hand against your child. Or any of his friends. Or…” quote by Jim Butcher
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““I don't want to make her [Maggie] a target again," I said. Michael sighed patiently. "Harry," he said, as if speaking to a rather slow child,"I'm not sure if you noticed this. But things did not turn out well for the last monster who raised his hand against your child. Or any of his friends. Or associates. Or anyone who worked for him. Or for most of the people he knew.””

Jim Butcher

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A character warns that confronting powerful enemies can bring severe consequences, urging caution.

In simple terms: Warning about dangerous retaliation.

Key Takeaway

Beware retaliation when confronting threats.

Themes

danger power consequences

Mood

tense foreboding

Type

advice narrative

When to use this quote

  • crime investigation
  • magical conflict
  • personal vendettas
  • political intrigue

Key Concepts

retribution moral dilemma

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it right to confront evil?
  • How to balance safety and justice?
A Different Perspective

Overcaution may prevent needed action.

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